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HALOX® Z-PLEX® 250

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HALOX® Z-PLEX® 250 is a white, non-refractive, corrosion-inhibiting pigment used in various protective coatings. It is classified as Zn3(PO4)2.2H2O (dihydrate) and is compliant with ASTM D6280, Specification for Zinc Phosphate Pigment Type I. The recommended loading levels for HALOX® Z-PLEX® 250 range from 5–10% based on the total formula weight.

Chemical Family: Phosphates, Zinc Salts

Functions: Corrosion Inhibitor, Pigment

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylics, Alkyds (Long Oil), Alkyds (Medium Oil), Alkyds (Short Oil), Epoxies (EP), Polyesters, Polyvinylidene Chloride (PVDC)

Synonyms: Zinc(II) Phosphate

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
CASE Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
7779-90-0
EC No.
231-944-3
Chemical Description

Zn3(PO4)2.2H2O (dihydrate)

Mechanism
Precipitation and anodic passivation

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Features

HALOX® corrosion inhibitive pigments have provided a high standard of protection without the use of lead or hexavalent chromium compounds. ICL Phosphate Specialty proudly offers a variety of Inorganic Corrosion Inhibitors based on the proven performance of zinc. Our Z-PLEX® products are designed to allow you to choose the right inhibitor for your performance and manufacturing needs.

Advantages
HALOX® Z-PLEX 250 is a Type I dihydrate crystal based on ASTM D6280. It has a loss on ignition (LOI) between 8.5-9.0%

Applications & Uses

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Recommended Loading Levels

Recommended loading levels range from 5-10% based on total formula weight.

Applications
  • Short Oil Alkyds
  • Medium Oil Alkyds
  • Long Oil Alkyds
  • Solvent 2K Epoxies
  • Epoxy Esters
  • Latex Emulsions
  • Polyesters
  • PVDC
  • Water Reducible Epoxies
  • WR Alkyds
  • High Solids Epoxies
  • Water Based Epoxy Esters
  • Thin Film Applications
  • Acrylic Lacquer Emulsions
  • Acid Catalyzed Systems

Properties

Appearance
White Powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
D100 Horibamax. 20microns-
D50 Horiba5 - 7microns-
Density3.28g/cm³-
Hegman Grind5.5 - 6.0
LOI (at 600°C)9%-
Oil Absorption24 - 26lbs/100 lbs-
pH (10% Solution by Weight)7.5--

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Technical Data

HALOX® Z-PLEX 250 - Diameter

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
36 Months